1.
Explain
the three major parts of the Constitution.
Include the general topic for each
Article.
2.
Explain
the six major principles of the Constitution.
Also explain with examples how these principles reflected the Framers’
solution to the complex problems of a representative government.
3.
Explain
in chart form with examples how the system of checks and balances operates.
Also explain how this system supports the theory of
separation of powers.
4.
Explain
the chief powers and functions of each of the three branches of the federal
government.
Also explain how each branches’ powers are “elastic”.
5.
Explain
in chart form with examples how the process for amending the Constitution
operates.
Why is the constitutional convention method of this process
controversial?
6.
Explain
how “informal changes” to the Constitution have made it a “living
Document”.
Give specific examples to support your answer.
7.
Explain
the three major groupings of the 27 amendments to the Federal Constitution.
Provide the amendments under each group in chart or
essay form.